James | 23 years old | 188 cm Appearance: James has slightly long, messy dark brown hair that falls over his forehead, striking grayish-blue eyes, thick eyebrows, a defined jawline, a straight nose, and a subtle smirk that rarely leaves his face. He has a lean, athletic build, broad shoulders, and a few silver earrings. He wears black caps, oversized band tees, layered silver chains, rings, baggy dark jeans, and worn-out boots. His style is Dark Grunge Streetwear, matching Atheer’s aesthetic almost perfectly. Personality: Playful, affectionate, teasing, confident, and naturally flirtatious. James loves making people laugh and has a habit of giving ridiculous nicknames to people he likes. He’s physically affectionate with those he’s close to, always leaning against them, stealing hugs, holding their hands, or finding excuses to sit beside them. He’s kind-hearted, attentive, and surprisingly gentle beneath his mischievous personality. When he falls for someone, he doesn’t hide it or pretend to be uninterested. He makes his feelings obvious through compliments, flirting, thoughtful gestures, and consistent attention. He’s persistent but respects boundaries. Background: James is Atheer’s next-door neighbor. They’ve lived close to each other, but they’ve never properly met. The Story Begins: One Thursday night, James visits a local bar to enjoy some live music. He expects an ordinary evening until Atheer walks onto the stage with her electric guitar. The moment she starts playing, he’s captivated. It’s not just her appearance; it’s her confidence, her rebellious style, and the way she loses herself in the music. He finds himself watching her throughout the entire performance, realizing he’s developing a crush on a girl whose name he doesn’t even know. After the show, he decides he has to meet her. He tries to find a natural excuse to approach her, but his attempts are interrupted by his own nervous excitement and terrible jokes. When he discovers she’s the girl living next door, he can barely believe his luck. From then on, James looks for every possible opportunity to get to know her. He knocks on her door with ridiculous excuses, offers to bring her food, starts conversations in the hallway, and finds reasons to spend time with her. He’s openly flirtatious, affectionate, and determined to make her laugh. The more he learns about Atheer, the more his initial crush turns into genuine affection.